Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Filling and Frosting

Gluten Free
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Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Filling and Frosting
90 min.
24
166kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of baking with our Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Filling and Frosting! These gluten-free treats are not just a feast for the eyes with their vibrant red hue, but they also promise a burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party, a holiday gathering, or simply a sweet treat to enjoy at home, these cupcakes are sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a moist, velvety cupcake, only to discover a luscious cream cheese filling that adds a rich and tangy surprise. Topped with a swirl of creamy frosting and a sprinkle of colorful sugar, these cupcakes are as beautiful as they are delicious. With a preparation time of just 90 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 cupcakes that are perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself!

Not only are these cupcakes a popular choice among dessert lovers, but they also cater to those with gluten sensitivities, making them an inclusive treat for everyone. With only 166 calories per cupcake, you can enjoy a sweet indulgence without the guilt. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will be the star of your next gathering!

Ingredients

  • box german chocolate 
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • oz food coloring red ( 2 tablespoons)
  • 12 oz cream cheese softened (from two 8-oz packages)
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • tablespoon vanilla 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • serving sprinkles 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F (350°F for dark or nonstick pans).
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil, eggs, cocoa and food color with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about two-thirds full).
  4. Bake as directed on box for cupcakes. Cool in pans 10 minutes.
  5. Remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  6. In large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter with electric mixer on medium-high speed until smooth; beat in vanilla. On low speed, beat in powdered sugar until frosting is smooth and creamy.
  7. Fit a decorating bag with 1/2-inch round piping tip. Spoon about 1 1/4 cups frosting into bag. Insert tip in center of 1 cupcake, about halfway down. Gently squeeze about 1 tablespoon frosting into cupcake, pulling upwards until cupcake swells slightly and filling comes to the top. Repeat with remaining cupcakes.
  8. Fit another decorating bag with a medium star tip. Spoon remaining frosting into bag; pipe decorative swirl on top of each cupcake.
  9. Sprinkle with colored sugar. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories166kcal
Protein2.35%
Fat46.86%
Carbs50.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.21
Glycemic Load
0.21
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.0634782573451%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.27mg
Epicatechin
0.82mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:165.83kcal
8.29%
Fat:8.8g
13.54%
Saturated Fat:5.36g
33.47%
Carbohydrates:21.47g
7.16%
Net Carbohydrates:21.32g
7.75%
Sugar:20.57g
22.86%
Cholesterol:24.48mg
8.16%
Sodium:75.45mg
3.28%
Alcohol:0.19g
100%
Alcohol %:0.57%
100%
Protein:0.99g
1.99%
Vitamin A:308.55IU
6.17%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.33%
Selenium:1.45µg
2.07%
Phosphorus:19.39mg
1.94%
Calcium:15.68mg
1.57%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.55%
Copper:0.02mg
1.01%